Craig Group Welcomes Scott Hackett as Partner to Enhance Private Equity Development Strategy

Craig Group Welcomes Scott Hackett as Partner

In a strategic move to bolster its private equity business development, Craig Group has announced the addition of Scott Hackett as a partner. This significant appointment aims to enhance the firm's capabilities in managing growth for mid-market, private equity-backed firms. Hackett is set to lead business development efforts by fostering relationships with sponsors and portfolio companies, while also outlining comprehensive go-to-market strategies and value creation initiatives across Craig Group’s diverse client portfolio.

Scott Hackett comes to Craig Group with an extensive background in private equity partnerships, commercial strategy, and revenue operations. His impressive track record in driving growth for SaaS models and recurring-revenue businesses places him in a prime position to elevate the performance of Craig Group's investment portfolio. Furthermore, he aims to unlock new revenue pathways throughout the investment lifecycle, enhancing the value offered to clients.

Summer Craig, the Managing Partner at Craig Group, commented, "Scott's unique blend of private equity advisory expertise and hands-on revenue operations will greatly benefit our clients. His ability to build relationships with investment professionals and translate strategies into actionable results for portfolio teams is crucial. This aligns perfectly with what our sponsors expect from operator-led excellence."

Prior to joining Craig Group, Hackett held the position of Principal at SBI Growth Advisory, focusing on private equity practices. His role involved advising notable private equity firms on their go-to-market strategies and commercial diligence undertakings. He led SBI's Private Equity Help Desk, offering advice to over 250 executives across more than 75 portfolio companies. Hackett's impressive performance notably earned him SBI’s Full Potential Value Award in 2022. He is recognized for his analytical prowess especially in completing over 20 due diligence assessments, which involved financial modeling and strategic recommendations.

Hackett’s previous experiences include transformative roles in revenue operations at high-growth companies. At Zappi, he played a vital role in redesigning the sales process and organizational framework, which led to a remarkable 40% increase in annual bookings. Similarly, at Forrester Research, he managed an annual quota-setting process worth $400 million. His career foundations were laid in professional services with KPMG and BerryDunn, further developing his financial insights and operational excellence.

Speaking on his new role, Hackett expressed his enthusiasm, saying, "I am thrilled to join Craig Group and collaborate with the exceptional team here. After years of guiding sponsors and portfolio management, I understand what investors expect from growth partners. I am eager to leverage my network and insights to create new opportunities for the firm while aiding our clients in swiftly and effectively executing their value-creation strategies."

Hackett holds an MBA from Boston College's Carroll School of Management and is also a Certified Public Accountant registered in Maine.

About Craig Group

Craig Group operates as an operator-led growth partner, embedding itself within management teams to assess, design, and implement exhaustive go-to-market (GTM) strategies. The firm focuses on accelerating revenue and EBITDA growth for lower-middle-market, private equity-backed companies. Their multifaceted strategy encompasses audits, positioning, infrastructural support, and hands-on campaign management without transitional disruptions between consultants and agencies. The team at Craig Group comprises former Chief Revenue Officers (CROs), Revenue Operations (RevOps) leaders, and subject-matter experts who implement the scoped work directly. Their proprietary Conduit™ Revenue Platform provides sponsors with real-time visibility into pipeline health and marketing return on investment (ROI) across various sectors including industrials, manufacturing, SaaS, healthcare, and business-to-business services.

For more information, visit www.craiggroup.io.